n0n1

873 Results / Page 11 of 97

News

Madlanga Commission | Carrim grilled over dealings with Matlala and Maumela

Controversial North West businessman, Suleiman Carrim, says he had never met Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala before the latter allegedly approached him for a loan to finance operations linked to his SAPS Medicare 24 tender in 2024. Carrim is testied before the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday, that his dealings with Matlala were, at the time, purely commercial and that it was the first time he had engaged with him in business. He […]

todayMarch 10, 2026 73

News

Maile tables R179.2bn Gauteng budget, says departments must justify funding

    Gauteng Finance and Economic Development MEC, Lebogang Maile, has tabled a R179.2-billion provincial budget, warning that departments will no longer receive funding automatically if projects cannot justify their value. Presenting the 2026/27 budget at the Gauteng Provincial Legislature on Tuesday, Maile said tight fiscal conditions mean government must prioritise projects that deliver measurable outcomes while cutting wasteful expenditure. He told the legislature the province cannot afford to fund […]

todayMarch 10, 2026 44

News

IEC confirms voter registration weekend, warns against fake websites

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has warned citizens to remain vigilant against fake voter registration websites circulating online. The warning comes as the voter registration weekend for the upcoming local government elections approaches. It says some fraudulent platforms have attempted to collect personal information from unsuspecting users. The IEC stressed that the only official voter registration platform is registertovote.elections.org.za, and has urged citizens not to share personal details […]

todayMarch 10, 2026 80

News

Broos zeros in on World Cup preparations, names preliminary squad for Panama friendlies

Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, has named a preliminary squad for the two home friendly matches against Panama later this month as preparations intensify ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The squad features several regulars, although there is no place for Orlando Pirates’ midfielder Sipho Mbule, who has hardly featured since the Africa Cup of Nations. Centre-back Siyabonga Ngezana, midfielder Bathusi Aubaas and Shandre Campbell have also been omitted […]

todayMarch 9, 2026 51

News

Madlanga Commission | Carrim claims he paid over R40m to businessman linked to Tembisa Hospital Scandal

The Madlanga Commission has heard evidence suggesting that controversial North West businessman, Suleiman Carrim, chanelled close to R47 million to businessman, Hangwani Morgan Maumela. Carrim testified before the commission on Monday, that the funds were transferred through Luthaga Trading Enterprise, a company owned by Maumela’s sister. He told the commission that while he and Maumela developed a friendship, they also entered into business discussions related to the mining industry. Maumela, […]

todayMarch 9, 2026 124

News

Sanitary pad study sparks concern as experts call for calm

Expert responses to a University of the Free State study on sanitary products have reassured some women, while leaving others uneasy about their menstrual health choices. The study found that 16 brands of sanitary pads and eight types of pantyliners contained at least two endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) - substances that some research has linked to hormonal imbalances, infertility, endometriosis and certain cancers. Health Minister, Aaron Motsoaledi, addressed public concerns during […]

todayMarch 9, 2026 49

News

Nine in court over TUT lecturer murder, facing schedule 6 charge

The case against nine people accused of killing a Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) lecturer has taken a serious turn after prosecutors upgraded the charge to a Schedule 6 offence - the most serious category of murder - - significantly raising the threshold for the accused to secure bail. The accused, Koketso Mlambo, Thapelo Mothemani, Solomon Maunatlala, Kholofelo Phasha, Kabelo Mothiba, Koketso Masuku, Lerato Matlala, Marry Dudu Mogale and Maggie […]

todayMarch 9, 2026 234

News

Britney Spears arrested for DUI, sparks social media debate

American pop sensation, Britney Spears, has sparked debate online after her arrest for driving under the influence, with fans split between calls for her to receive treatment and demands that she face legal consequences. According to Ventura County police, Spears was arrested on Wednesday, 4 March, and released the following morning. Authorities reportedly found an unknown substance in her vehicle. Spears has yet to comment publicly. In her 2023 memoir […]

todayMarch 6, 2026 22

News

Parker wary of Spears threat

TS Galaxy assistant coach, Bernard Parker, admits that with Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns out of the Nedbank, their chances of winning the trophy for the second time have increased. However, Galaxy cannot afford to be complacent as they take on little known ABC Motsepe League side Jacksa Spears in Sunday's quarterfinals in Kwa Mhlanga. Speaking ahead of the game, Parker said they are aware of the threat […]

todayMarch 6, 2026 26